Care Home Manager

SCR; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in King's Lynn and West Norfolk is seeking an experienced Registered Care Home Manager to oversee a new care home. Responsibilities include managing staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring compliance with CQC standards, and maintaining financial targets. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and a passion for care delivery. This position offers professional development and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Support from a dedicated senior team

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing a residential or nursing home.
• Strong knowledge of CQC regulations and striving for high ratings.
• Proven ability to develop high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a staff team to provide person-centred care.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and legislation.
• Manage budget and oversee operations of the care home.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

CQC regulations knowledge

Commercial awareness

Person-centred care

Education

Registered Manager status with CQC

NMC registration

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Care Home Manager to lead a new, purpose-built residential care home. This role involves full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and legislative requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and direction to the staff team, fostering a culture of compassion, dignity, and person-centred care
• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and all relevant legislation, maintaining high-quality care outcomes
• Manage the home's budget, ensuring financial targets are achieved and resources are used effectively
• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure the smooth and safe running of the care home
• Develop and implement marketing and engagement strategies to maintain high occupancy levels
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, professionals, and key stakeholders
• Address concerns and feedback in a timely, professional manner
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the care service

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience managing a residential or nursing home
• Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations, with experience striving for high or Outstanding ratings
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven commercial and business awareness within the private care sector
• Passion for delivering and developing high standards of person-centred care
• Ability to lead service improvement and support organisational growth

Education and Qualifications

• Registered Manager status with the CQC
• NMC registration desirable but not essential

What the Role Offers

• Support from a dedicated senior team and external operational services
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive working environment that values staff wellbeing and quality care